One of the most famous taiwanese teas, growing in the mountain area of Nantou, in the center of the island. The gardens, on the mountain's slopes, benefit from a cool climate and a rich ground. The tea leaves are rolled in small uniform balls, of a beautiful dark green colour. The tea is only slightly oxidized and its pale yellow liquor offers a strong aroma and a floral taste of a somewhat oily texture. To prepare in gong fu cha.

Tea and health

According to Chinese traditional medicine, oolong (wulong)﻿ blue-green teas are good for the cardiac system, help reduce fatigue by stimulating the nervous system, eliminate toxins, favour digestion, regulate the urinary system... A daily intake of these teas (6 to 9 g) has relaxing and anti-stress effects, also supporting weight loss by improving the metabolism of lipids.